Explore one of Sydney's newest markets
Green Square Market features 50 food stalls, along with homewares, fashion and gifts. Come down for breakfast, brunch or lunch and do your weekly grocery shop. Plus enjoy kids' activities, live music and soak up the community vibe.
Every Saturday
Go gallery hopping to see the Biennale of Sydney
See the visionary creations of leading artists from around the world across 6 venues as the 24th Biennale of Sydney continues in May. Explore exhibitions, workshops, artist talks, live music and more.
Every day, until 10 June
Celebrate Mum at the markets
Take home a special find from the Barangaroo Artisan Markets on the Saturday of the Mother's Day weekend. Browse ceramics, homewares, handcrafted jewellery, textiles and more while listening to free live music along Sydney's waterfront. See what else is on this Mother's Day.
Saturday 11 May
Experience documentary theatre in the memory of Matthew Shepard
For one night only, an all-star, all Australian cast brings Matthew Shepard's story to life in a staged reading of The Laramie Project. This striking example of documentary theatre was crafted from interviews with the townspeople of Laramie, Wyoming in the aftermath of the shocking murder of 21 year-old gay man Mattew Shepard.
Tuesday 14 May
Lay in a hammock for unique music experience
The hammock room at Hyde Park Barracks was originally used to house convicts. Experience the hammock room in a different way as you lay back for an intimate performance from ARIA-nominated improvising jazz band Vazesh.
Sunday 26 May
Hear new ideas to take action for the climate
Explore a week-long program of inspiring events about taking climate action. Highlights include talks on how our oceans hold sustainable solutions to offshore energy, decarbonising major industry and food security. Catch an advocacy workshop with Climate Writers, see film screenings and more.
13 to 19 May
Expand your literary horizons at Sydney Writers’ Festival
Come together with book lovers and celebrated storytellers from Australia and around the world for a week of ideas, talks, debates and workshops. See our top picks from this year's program.
20 to 26 May
Join the Great Bat Count
Count the bats and help the rangers at Centennial Park monitor one of the largest urban bat colonies of its kind in Sydney. Experience a beautiful afternoon at the partk and be guided by an expert volunteer who'll show you how the bats are counted.
Friday 31 May
Light up your nights at Vivid
See the city centre sparkle during this festival of lights, music, ideas and food. Follow the crowds through the famous light walk and explore art installations and light projections on Sydney's building and urban spaces.
Friday 24 May to Saturday 15 June
Check out your local library
Find out what's on at City of Sydney libraries. Aside from our extensive collection of resources, you'll find book clubs, exhibitions, workshops, talks and events. Access our libraries anywhere on our free app or check out 10 things you can do free with a library card.
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Published 26 April 2024, updated 1 May 2024
